BBC News TV Guide & Listings (Australia Timezone)
BBC News provides trusted, round-the-clock reporting, live breaking updates, in-depth analysis and global perspectives from the BBC newsroom. See what's on BBC News on Sunday 18 October 2026 in the Australia timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC News Schedule — Sun 18 Oct
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
12:30 AM
The Media Show — 00:30
A global, topical weekly show that lifts the hood on the entertainment and news business. The Media Show explores the companies and personalities who command our attention.
Runtime:
30 min
1:00 AM
1:30 AM
The Security Brief — 01:30
The war in Ukraine has transformed modern warfare. What has the world learnt and where does the war go next? Christian Fraser and Mikey Kay are joined by special guests and a studio audience.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 AM
2:30 AM
Unspun World with John Simpson — 02:30
Unspun World provides an unvarnished version of the week's major global news stories - reliable, honest and essential viewing with the BBC's world affairs editor, John Simpson.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 AM
3:30 AM
AI Decoded — 03:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
4:00 AM
4:30 AM
Global Eye — 04:30
Canada: A Nation Divided?
Nadine Yousif reports from Canada, where growing tensions over Alberta's place within the federation are fuelling a debate about identity, sovereignty and political power.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 AM
5:30 AM
Clive Myrie's African Adventure — 05:30
Clive lends a hand at a penguin rehab centre, jams with up-and-coming jazz talent Q Ntshinka and learns the art of Cape Malay cooking in the city’s colourful Bo-Kaap district.
Runtime:
30 min
6:00 AM
6:30 AM
Talking Business — 06:30
Examining the business stories and economic trends that are re-shaping our world.
Runtime:
30 min
7:00 AM
BBC News — 07:00
The latest news from the BBC.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg — 09:00
The big names behind the big stories. Laura Kuenssberg talks to those making the news, inside and outside politics.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
11:30 AM
11:45 AM
The President's Path — 11:45
Join Caitríona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda for a dynamic weekly discussion on the US presidency.
Runtime:
15 min
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
The Travel Show — 13:30
Southern Wales: Heart of Steel
As Port Talbot and Pontypridd compete to be the UK's first-ever Town of Culture, Rob Bell explores southern Wales to find out what the title would mean for these formerly industrial areas.
Runtime:
30 min
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
Tech Now — 14:30
Compilation
Andrew Rogers has the highlights from IFA Berlin, one of the world's biggest tech shows. Lara Lewington finds out why Kew Wakehurst botanic garden has become a living laboratory.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
Global Eye — 16:30
Canada: A Nation Divided?
Nadine Yousif reports from Canada, where growing tensions over Alberta's place within the federation are fuelling a debate about identity, sovereignty and political power.
Runtime:
30 min
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
BBC News — 18:30
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
BBC News — 19:30
The latest news from the BBC including a round-up of the day's sporting action.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
11:00 PM
11:30 PM
AI Decoded — 23:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 18 October) on BBC News, you can watch BBC News, and Newscast. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC News live?
You can watch BBC News live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC News today?
Today's programming on BBC News ends at 00:00 (10:00 your time) with AI Decoded.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.